Officers & Management

Be transformed from an ambitious, resourceful individual into a talented manager and leader, enjoying excellent opportunities for advancement plus a unique lifestyle.

SUMMARY

IN BRIEF

The Air Force provides outstanding management training across a broad range of disciplines and professions. As an Officer you'll learn to be an inspirational leader and mentor, while gaining the skills to take your career to new heights.

From aviation and engineering to logistics and healthcare, whichever role you choose you'll be given unique opportunities for vocational development and progression in your chosen field.

Be transformed into a talented leader, mentor and manager
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Explore exciting and unique officer roles in the Air Force.

"There's a sense of pride in yourself. I do things I would never have done outside the Air Force."
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Amanda, Doctor

"In three years I've gone from someone who loves surfing and playing sport, to hopefully becoming a frontline fighter pilot"
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RAAF Pilot

Entry and education

You can join the Air Force fully degree-qualified and be trained further on the job, or straight from school via Officer training. You can be paid to study for an appropriate degree at the Australian Defence Force Academy, or for healthcare and engineering roles, apply for Defence University Sponsorship, which pays a salary and your remaining course fees as you complete your studies at the university of your choice.

Unrivalled benefits

The Australian Defence Force offers much more than just interesting and varied work. You'll also love our unique culture of teamwork, adventure and fitness.

You will be given the opportunity to see more of Australia and the world, have access to great sporting and social facilities, and make friends for life. Ours is a dynamic place to work and play, where you can reach your potential in many ways.